Psalms 90:17
“Let the favor of the Lord our God be on us; establish the work of our hands for us; yes, establish the work of our hands.”
What does Psalms 90:17 mean?
The psalmist is asking God to bless the everyday efforts we make and to ensure they have lasting meaning and impact. There's a beautiful humility here, acknowledging that even our best work falls short without God's support and favor. The repetition of "establish the work of our hands" isn't accidental, it's an expression of deep longing, as if to say: please let what we do actually matter and bear fruit. This hits especially hard if you're pouring yourself into something and wondering if it's making any difference. The prayer reminds us that we're not alone in our work and that God cares about the practical, daily things we're trying to accomplish, not just the grand spiritual moments.
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